Energy, Industry & the Environment: Articles on Clean & Green Technologies & Alternatives to Harmful Environmental Practices in Industry

Dangers of Nuclear Energy

A brief look at how nuclear energy threatens our environment.

Published by Robin (6167 pts

) on Nov 21, 2008 to
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How Nuclear Energy Threatens Human Health

A look at the possible health effects associated with nuclear energy.

Published by Robin (6167 pts

) on Nov 21, 2008 to
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What are Biofuels: An Introduction

Biofuels are an alternative to fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal. They burn cleaner and offer a sustainable energy source. This article looks at the types of biofuels available and their sources.

Published by Jenn (130 pts

) on Nov 21, 2008 to
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What is Nuclear Energy and How Does it Work?

A brief look at what nuclear energy is and how it works.

Published by Robin (6167 pts

) on Nov 21, 2008 to
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New Method Makes Solar Panels Even More Efficient

One of the most affordable forms of green energy, over time, is solar energy. The panels often cost more in the beginning but save thousands of dollars in home energy expenses throughout the years. The solar panel is now more efficient than ever.

Published by Summer Banks (7543 pts

) on Nov 11, 2008 to
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Sequim Bay Labs Examine More Potential for Marine Plants for Biofuel

Sequim Bay stretches about two miles on the Strait of Juan de Fuca of the Pacific Ocean east of Sequim, Washington. Sequim, derived from Native American language is literally translated as “quiet waters” a quality provided by the two sandbars that shields the bay from the rest of the ocean elements.

Published by nicolelamarco (8714 pts

) on Oct 31, 2008 to
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Bush Administration Pushes to Defy Congressional Orders to Cease Plans for Mining the Grand Canyon

More than 25,000,000 people drink the waters of the Colorado River and more than 25,000,000 people may be facing uranium exposure in the coming years. President Bush is pushing to reverse the decision by Congress to stop uranium mining in Arizona.

Published by Summer Banks (7543 pts

) on Oct 31, 2008 to
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New European Study Shows That Biofuels are Even Cleaner Than We Thought

A new study reveals that biofuels such as ethanol produce even fewer emissions than originally thought; showing a large improvement over the CO2 producing oil counterparts.

Published by Niki Fears (6635 pts

) on Oct 30, 2008 to
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Buildings in the UK are Going Carbon Free

Find out about England's new regulations for carbon neutral construction.

Published by Niki Fears (6635 pts

) on Oct 24, 2008 to
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New Uses for Biomass

US and China researchers have developed a new catalyst to convert cellulose into ethylene glycol. This article describes the process, research, and its pros and cons.

Published by Jenn (130 pts

) on Oct 24, 2008 to
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